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  • 46 minutes 48 seconds
    803b we packed up the kids and hit the road: our caravan adventure across Australia

    Ever dreamt of hitting the road and exploring Australia? In today's episode, Glen chats with Retire Right cohost, Martin McGrath who shares how he and his young family turned that dream into reality... twice! Martin shares his top tips, lessons learned, and what it really costs to caravan across the country, including:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ the planning process: from gear to finances

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป budgeting for the big trip (and cutting costs)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ how they handled work, school, and life on the road

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ unexpected challenges (and funny moments!)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ the gear you actually need vs. what you donโ€™t

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป insider tips for choosing the right caravan setup

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ favourite stops and hidden gems along the journey

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ managing kids and keeping them entertained


    Check out the bonus caravanning Q&A on Retire Right this Friday!


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    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    22 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 38 minutes 55 seconds
    803 John & Glen got a property together (price, expenses, profit breakdown + more!)

    Today on the show Glen and John spill the tea on their latest ventureโ€”a joint purchase of a commercial property. Curious about joint ventures or just want a peek behind the financial curtain? They share:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป how they structured the deal

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ who contributed what (and how costs blew out)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ the profits after renovations

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ lessons learned about working with multiple investors

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ and tips for anyone considering a joint venture!


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    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    20 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 38 minutes 10 seconds
    802b mms: giving FIFO $$$ the flick for family stability

    In today's my money story episode, Glen chats with long-time listener Jade, who shares his journey from hospitality to casual FIFO work, which he recently left behind for a steady paycheck and greater stability for his family in Margaret River. Jade also reflects on the joy of traveling around Australia with a young family and his current goal of purchasing a home.


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    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    15 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    802 shares vs property: Glen and John go head-to-head

    Let's kick off the new year with the ultimate investing debate: shares or property? Glen and John present their best case and unpack the pros and cons of each to help you decide whether bricks or stocks (or both!) are the best investment for you.


    ย ๐Ÿ“˜ Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future by John Pidgeon: https://amzn.to/4gOW5RL

    ย ๐Ÿ“˜ The Quick-Start Guide to Investing by Glen James: https://amzn.to/4fV7XR7


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    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    13 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 51 minutes 38 seconds
    801b money, property and investing (with Frances Cook)

    Todayโ€™s episode is all about the Kiwis! Glen chats with Francis Cook, a financial journalist from New Zealand, about her money story, transitioning into personal finance, and how Kiwis approach investing and retirement.ย 


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    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    8 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 46 minutes 27 seconds
    801 how to set your 2025 goals & money habits: it's time to press reset

    Think of today's episode like a guided meditation, but for your finances. Glen takes you through a new year reset to define what success looks like for you in 2025, and help you set the goals to get there.


    Click here to get Glen's free 2025 goals downloadable!


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    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    6 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    800b top tips to crush job applications, resumes, cover letters & interviews

    New year, new job? Get ready to level up in 2025! Glen and HR pro Sarah Smith (host of the award-winning Interview Boss podcast) are here to help you land your dream role. They cover:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ busting myths about applicant tracking systemsย 

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ should you tailor your resume, application, or cover letter every time?

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป how far back should your CV go (and what to leave out)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ avoiding bias traps: gender, DOB, photos & what not to include

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ should you list hobbies on your CV?

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ using chatgpt for resumes & cover letters

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป remote interview prep (plus Sarahโ€™s ironing board hack!)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ negotiating flexibility

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ how to calm nerves & stay in control during an interview


    Check out Glen and Shell's book, ๐Ÿ“’ Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money


    Check out the free Interview Boss resources here: http://www.interviewboss.com.au/mmm


    Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team here


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    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    1 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 41 minutes 39 seconds
    753 Trump & Bitcoin in 2025

    In our final episode of 2024 Glen is joined by Nick Bradley, co-author of The Quick Start Guide to Investing and host of This Is Investing. Glen and Nick unpack what a Trump presidency could mean for global markets and where Bitcoin might be heading in the near future.ย The episode touches on:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ potential impacts of a Trump presidency on global markets and trade

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ Trump's controversial tariff proposals and what they mean for the US, China, and even Australia

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป what could happen if the US government buys 700,000 Bitcoinย 

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ bold predictions for Bitcoin's price in 2025โ€”bull case, bear case, and everything in between


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    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    30 December 2024, 6:10 pm
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    752b ETFs, why 100% growth isnโ€™t always best, index bubble, what is GARP + more (campfire chat)

    Boxing Day is for the post-Christmas crash and a good ol' investing campfire chat! Joining Glen is Vince Scully from Life Sherpa and Marc Jocum, Product and Investment Strategist at Global X ETFs. From portfolio construction, to GARP and the bitcoin ETF, Glen, Vince and Marc bust out of the marshmallows and talk all things investing and ETFs.


    Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team here


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    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    25 December 2024, 6:10 pm
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    752 your biggest wins of 2024 ๐ŸŽ‰ (with Dan Ilic)

    Merry Christmas! ๐ŸŽ„ On today's episode Glen is joined by comedian Dan Ilic to celebrate your biggest wins of 2024 - from smashing financial goals to personal triumphs, weโ€™re sharing the highs, the laughs, and everything in between. Not yet part of the money money money community? Click here to join!


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    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    23 December 2024, 6:10 pm
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    751b how do they do it? ๐Ÿ‘€ investing for the ultra-high net worth (with Scott Fletcher of Woodbury Private)

    In today's episode, Glen sits down with Scott Fletcher, Chief Investment Officer at Woodbury Private, to uncover how advisers help the ultra-wealthy invest their money. They chat about family offices, investment strategies, philanthropy and the unique challenges of guiding high net worth clients. It's a behind-the-scenes look at how wealth changes the game and the advice that comes with it.


    Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team here


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    To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


    Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


    SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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    18 December 2024, 6:10 pm
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